If a US Marine was to join the French Foreign Legion, how much easier would they find the basic training?

There’s nothing “easier” about the French Foreign Legion’s “instruction”. In every aspect, it’s more demanding than U.S. Marines Boot Camp. A few examples: Legion recruits during their basic…

Why has it been so hard for China to build aircraft jet engines?

It’s actually so hard for EVERYONE to build jet engines. One thing people rarely appreciate is that jet engine development can cost as much as developing an airplane….

Why did Putin allow America to attack Iran?

Putin didn’t have the power to stop the US. Russia has long been weaker than it is perceived, and the disastrous war in Ukraine has further stressed its…

Should President Trump remove California and New York from the USA, as they are controlled by Democrats?

Sure. As a Californian, I’m all for that. Let California and New York be our own country. But before anyone “removes” us from the USA , I like…

If Russia invaded Poland tomorrow morning without warning, how long could Poland resist with their current military capabilities?

In order to attack Poland they would first have to disengage with Ukrainian forces then move to the Polish border. Not sure the Ukrainian forces would allow that,…

I just saw an illegal Puerto Rican server at a restaurant. As an American, do I have the right to call ICE to deport him back to his country?

AHH! Where does one even begin with this level of ignorance? Puerto Rico is a territory of the United States. It is not a separate country. The President…

Donald Trump has a degree from Wharton. If he is a bad POTUS, why does he have such a prestigious degree?

Word to the wise among Trump supporters (if there are any): You really, really, really do not want to draw attention to his association with Wharton. Here’s why:…

What are the most powerful weapons currently in service with Iran?

Hypersonic missiles (which the US cannot intercept) Medium- and Long-Range Ballistic Missiles (Main Force for Saturation Strike) Suicide drones (cost-crushing) Anti-ship missiles (blocking the Hormuz) Air defense missiles…

How powerful are Iran’s trump card weapons? They can strike key Israeli regions at 16 times the speed of sound!

Iran’s hypersonic missile system, deployed in recent years, has recently been put into combat use. This missile boasts a peak speed of Mach 16 and can maintain Mach…

If the South had won at Gettysburg, would the CSA still exist?

No, no way, not possible. Could Lee have won? In hindsight, quite easily. If a few breaks had gone his way, or broken even, he could have won….